Kathelene Foute
Benchmark Young Adult School
Lake Elsinore,CA
24
years of professional experience
Experienced CADC with 20+ years in substance use assessment, crisis intervention, and relapse prevention. Known for accurate documentation, individualized treatment planning, and client-centered counseling that supports safe, lasting recovery.
Work History
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
8 Years 6 Months- Completed substance use assessments and supported development of individualized treatment plans.
- Led individual and group counseling sessions using evidence-based recovery methods.
- Connected clients with community resources, medical providers, and aftercare support services.
- Prepared progress notes, treatment updates, and discharge summaries with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Monitored client risk factors and adjusted counseling interventions to support recovery goals.
- Educated clients and families on relapse prevention, coping skills, and recovery planning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary care teams to align treatment recommendations and continuity of care.
- Maintained compliance with counseling ethics, documentation standards, and substance use treatment regulations.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing service delivery, streamlining processes reducing costs.
- Contributed to agency''s success by meeting or exceeding performance metrics maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Conducted thorough assessments and evaluations to accurately identify clients'' substance abuse issues and related mental health concerns.
- Assessed clients'' readiness for change guided them through stages of change model while providing appropriate interventions each phase.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on addiction education, coping strategies, and relapse prevention techniques.
- Reduced relapse rates for clients by providing consistent support, resources, and referrals to appropriate services.
- Enhanced client recovery by implementing evidence-based counseling techniques and individualized treatment plans.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to empower clients to take charge their own recovery journey, leading increased self-efficacy long term success.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, addressing immediate safety concerns and connecting clients with appropriate resources.
Certified Reciprocal Alcohol and Drug Counselor
15 Years 1 Month- Completed substance use assessments and created individualized treatment plans.
- Led individual and group counseling sessions with evidence-based recovery methods.
- Arranged referrals to community services, medical providers, and aftercare support.
- Recorded progress notes, treatment updates, and discharge summaries accurately and confidentially.
- Provided families with guidance, education, and resources to support addiction recovery.
- Delivered culturally responsive counseling that respected diverse backgrounds, values, and beliefs.
- Improved client engagement in treatment through active listening, empathy, and rapport-building skills.
- Served as a mentor new staff members helped them acclimate successfully within the organization.
- Promoted a supportive environment for clients during their recovery journey by fostering open communication, trust, and respect among group members.
- Assisted clients in developing actionable goals for personal growth and sobriety maintenance throughout the treatment process.
- Continuously improved professional knowledge through participation in relevant trainings, workshops, conferences focused on substance abuse treatment best practices.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date case records, ensuring compliance with state regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
Education
CADC Ll-CA - Drug/Alcohol Studies
Skills
Certified alcohol and drug counselor (CADC)
Chemical dependency knowledge
Substance use assessment
Motivation and initiative techniques
Crisis intervention
Client-centered approach
Communication skills
Interpersonal communication
Time management
Crisis intervention
Timeline
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Benchmark Young Adult School
05.2018 - CurrentRead More
Certified Reciprocal Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Acadia Health Care
02.2003 - 03.2018Read More
California Paramedical And Technical College
CADC Ll-CA from Drug/Alcohol Studies
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